underload
|un/der/load|
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/ˈʌndərˌloʊd/
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/ˈʌndəˌləʊd/
less than usual load
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underload' originates from the combination of 'under-' meaning 'below' and 'load' meaning 'a weight or burden'.
Historical Evolution
'underload' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to load below capacity', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition where a system or component is operating below its capacity or potential.
The machine was experiencing an underload, causing inefficiencies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/15 20:14